Computer Hardware and Software

to provide instructions on what to do and how to do it

System Software and Application Software

to allow users to use, control, and manage the hardware of a digital device

<p>Windows Operating System, Android, Linux, iOS, and Unix</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Operating Systems and Utility Programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the device won’t function</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The ability to perform multiple tasks at a time</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Managing files, helping users save, organize, find, and load files</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The OS manages printer spooling by allowing different tasks to be printed on the same printer one at a time. This is significant as it enables efficient printing by queuing tasks and ensuring that each task is printed without interruptions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Managing applications, starting or stopping them when the user requests</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By separating user accounts and ensuring that users cannot access each other's files</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The OS manages input and output hardware such as printers by accepting data from input devices, transferring it to RAM, and ensuring correct output to devices. Key aspects include accepting data, transferring to RAM, and output to devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dealing with any errors that occur when a program is running or when data is being transferred</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The OS provides features such as firewalls, user account and password management, file and disk encryption, file permissions, and file access settings to prevent malicious activities. These features prevent unauthorized access, data breaches, and system damage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Allocating memory (RAM) and keeping track of which parts of the memory are used and free</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The OS restricts access through features such as user account and password management, file permissions, and file access settings. File and disk encryption prevent unauthorized access by encrypting data, making it unreadable to unauthorized users.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Setting file permissions in the OS restricts access to files and folders, ensuring that only authorized users can read, write, or execute files. This enhances system security by preventing unauthorized access and potential data breaches.</p> Signup and view all the answers